Nursing and Midwifery. School Profile

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1 Nursing and Midwifery School Profile Undergraduate > Honours > Postgraduate > Coursework > Research 1

2 The UQ ADVANTAGE The University of Queensland enjoys a long tradition of success here are some excellent reasons to make UQ your university. Choice of programs You will find one of the most comprehensive ranges of high-quality programs in Australia at The University of Queensland. Teaching excellence UQ remains the most successful Australian university in winning national teaching awards. The University has more than 2700 highly-qualified academic staff dedicated to teaching and research. Many are recognised internationally as leaders in their fields. TOP class Research UQ boasts some of Australia s best and brightest inquiring minds and is one of the country s top research universities across many measures including annual PhD graduations, commercialisation of discoveries, industry collaboration, and funds received from both government and the private sector. 2

3 The complete package A sense of community pervades UQ s cosmopolitan campuses at St Lucia, Ipswich, Gatton and Herston. The campuses are renowned as among the most beautiful and well-equipped in Australia. Students have access to sporting and cultural facilities and a broad range of social activities. An international reputation In the 2011 Employer Review of the QS rankings of world universities, UQ was ranked 51st for graduate employability. UQ trains future leaders who can take their place in an increasingly globalised workforce, graduates who are job-ready and who have the fundamental skills required to thrive in the 21st century. The employment edge The employment rate and average starting salaries for UQ graduates are considerably higher than the national average. In Australia, our graduates enjoy an employment rate of 81.6 percent, higher than the national average of 74.9 percent. Successful graduates Generations of graduates continue a UQ tradition of success as leaders in all areas of society and industry, both in Australia and overseas. These include a Nobel Laureate, an Oscar Winner, two Governors-General, State Premiers, Governors, and Chief Justices. ongoing connection Your relationship with the University does not end when you graduate: you will be warmly welcomed into our global community of close to 200,000 people across more than 150 countries. top facilities UQ is constantly upgrading its teaching facilities to meet the needs of both students and industry. We have one of the fastest and most advanced information networks in the world, one of the best research libraries in the country, and modern teaching spaces that enable the use of the latest technology. 1

4 contents INtroduction 4 Terminology explained 5 Why choose nursing and midwifery? 6 School overview 7 Mater QTAC Codes New for Clinical Schools Undergraduate 11 Bachelor of Nursing 11 Bachelor of Nursing for Overseas educated Professional Nurses 13 Bachelor of Midwifery 15 Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery dual Degree 17 International Community Health 17 Student Exchange and Study Abroad Graduate Entry 19 Honours Program 19 Scholarships 21 Master of Nursing Studies (Graduate Entry) Postgraduate 23 Master of Nursing 25 Graduate Certificate in Nursing 25 Graduate Diploma in Nursing 25 Postgraduate Midwifery Programs 27 Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies 29 Master Mental Health Nursing 31 Continuing Professional Development 31 Alumni 33 Research & Research Higher Degrees 33 Our Research Sites 35 UQ/Bluecare Research & Practice Deveolpment Centre Finance 37 Money Matters International 39 Information for International Students Admissions 41 Admissions Requirements

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6 Terminology EXPLAINED Bachelor of Nursing graduate Jilly McCool Australian (domestic) student A student who is an Australian citizen or permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen. Undergraduate programs Usually refers to first-time university programs, including diplomas and bachelor degrees. Bachelor degree A qualification awarded for the first level of study undertaken at university, typically requiring three to five years of study, depending on the bachelor degree studied (see also undergraduate program) Program (formally known as courses) A sequence of study involving enrolment, study and graduation, normally awarded with a qualification such as a bachelors degree, graduate diploma or certificate. Program code A unique identifying number assigned by UQ to a program. Dual program A combination of two UQ degree programs undertaken at the same time. These are sometimes called Dual Degrees, parallel degrees, combined degrees or double degrees. Course A component of study within a program, similar to a subject at school. Full-time students usually study four courses per semester. Major / Extended Major A major or extended major is an area of specialised study within a program, for example, history. A major or extended major may be a formal requirement in a program. Minor A small group of courses in a discipline. A minor is worth approximately half the value of a major. Elective Courses you can choose to study from a wide variety of disciplines. They often come from outside you major field of study. Honours To be considered for honours, additional study is required for students undertaking a three-year bachelor degree. Four-or-five-year bachelor degrees, honours is awarded based on academic performance during the program. Postgraduate programs Programs studied after graduating from undergraduate degrees include graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, masters and professional doctorates. Faculty A major organisational unit within UQ, with responsibility for academic programs. Faculties may have a number of sub-faculty academic units called Schools. The head of a faculty is called an Executive Dean. Exchange (UQ Abroad) A program where students enrolled at UQ may be eligible to study in another country under UQ s student exchange program, UQ Abroad. (refer p.11) International student A student who is not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, not a New Zealand citizen, and is enrolled or proposed to enrol at an institution in Australia. Temporary residents of Australia are also classified as international students. Overall Position Overall Positions, or OPs, provide a state-wide rank order of students (on a 1 to 25 scale, 1 being the highest), based on students achievement in Authority subjects studied for the Queensland Senior Certificate. A student s OP shows how well that student has performed in their senior studies when compared with the performances of all other OP-eligible students in Queensland. Entry scores Undergraduate students are assigned an entry score based on high school studies or other post-secondary studies. Students who complete high school studies in Queensland are assigned an Overall Position (OP). Year 12 students in other Australian states are assigned an Interstate Transfer Index (ITI). All other students are assigned a rank. Once a student has completed a full year of study at UQ, their OP or ITI is converted to a rank based on Grade Point Average (GPA). QTAC The Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) is the central admissions body for all Queensland undergraduate programs. Semester UQ s teaching year is divided into three semesters: Semester 1, Semester 2 and Summer Semester. Most programs only require students to be enrolled in Semester 1 and 2 each year. UQ Terminology 4

7 Why Choose Nursing and Midwifery at UQ? Top reasons students choose Nursing and Midwifery at UQ 1. Reputation of UQ 2. UQ is ranked in the top 100 in the Times World University Rankings 3. Reputation of the School 4. Clinical Placement structure 5. Program content 6. Graduate employment opportunities 7. Canadian CASN Accreditation Go Global Nursing and Midwifery graduates can work interstate and overseas. There is great demand for nursing graduates globally, as well as a need in rural and remote locations in Queensland. Multiple pathways The School of Nursing and Midwifery offers a number of pathways into nursing through three year undergraduate degrees or two year graduate entry programs for those who have already completed a degree. Learn from the best Learn from the best, with the best, to be the best. Led by our Head of School, our academic and clinical staff are renowned leaders in their fields, with many known and highly regarded both nationally and internationally. Links with leading researchers from across the University As a School of Nursing and Midwifery student you will be able to draw on the vast resources both within the School and across the University to help develop your content knowledge. Great job prospects Employment opportunities for UQ graduate nurses and midwives are very good. Our graduates have established an excellent track record for gaining full-time employment straight after completing their program. With high clinical based content, our programs are very well respected by employers both within Queensland, across Australia and internationally. Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as a nurse or midwife through the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Clinical Schools The University of Queensland, School of Nursing and Midwifery is the only nursing and midwifery program to offer intensive clinical learning to undergraduate students through Clinical Schools. This means students are exposed to the health care environment from the earliest stages of their degree. Students are able to nominate a preference for a clinical school (through QTAC) where they will be based three days per week and taught in small groups through clinical schools. Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN) Accreditation The UQ School of Nursing and Midwifery is the first School of Nursing and Midwifery outside Canada to receive international accreditation from the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN) for its Bachelor of Nursing program. This means that on successful completion of the UQ Bachelor of Nursing program, graduates will be eligible to apply for registration as a nurse in Canada. A mutual recognition agreement between the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) in the United States, will mean that UQ educated nurses who become registered in Canada will also be eligible to seek registration within the United States. Further information For additional information or program enquiries please contact The School of Nursing and Midwifery. Web: Phone: Fax: [email protected] 5

8 School overview At UQ School of Nursing and Midwifery we re dedicated to teaching and research excellence. We deliver contemporary high quality teaching from practising clinicians, and conduct world class research. We are committed to building relationships and clinical partnerships programs that will contribute to the health and well-being of the community. > Graduate Certificate in Nursing > Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies > Master of Mental Health Nursing > Graduate Certificate in Midwifery is ideal for registered midwives who do not currently hold a midwifery degree > Master of Midwifery We are based across several sites these include ten Clinical Schools where undergraduate students carry out the majority of their education. We are fortunate to have our School based at the UQ Ipswich campus, UQ Herston Campus and in collaboration with Blue Care, our School Research Centre based at Toowong. Innovative teaching and research programs Beginning in 2005 we ve been conducting innovative teaching and research programs. Since then we ve grown and now offer the following teaching programs: > Bachelor of Nursing > Bachelor of Midwifery > Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery Dual Degree > OEPN Program for Overseas Educated Professional Nurses > Bachelor of Nursing Honours > Bachelor of Midwifery Honours > Master of Nursing Studies (Graduate Entry) > Master of Nursing with seven specialist fields of study including: Children and Young People s Health Primary Health Care Nursing Chronic Disease Management and Palliative Care Gastroenterological Nursing Rural and Remote Nursing Aged Care Management or the generic Advanced Practice Nursing field > Research Higher Degree to encompass: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Master of Philosophy (MPhil) We have also developed community partnership programs to ensure that our teaching and research is informed by community health needs. The UQ/Blue Care Research & Practice Development Centre is an example of our community engagement. 6 Nursing and Midwifery midwifery 2013

9 MATER QTAC CODES New for 2013 What you need to know The University of Queensland School of Nursing and Midwifery are pleased to announce new QTAC Codes for UQ Mater Clinical Schools. Thanks to our extensive partnership with major teaching hospitals located throughout South-East Queensland, you are now able to select your preferred program and clinical school from eight clinical schools depending on your field of study and geographical location! You will now be able to select UQ Mater clinical school South Brisbane and Redlands when applying for the Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Midwifery, and Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery Dual Degree using specific Mater clinical school QTAC Codes Bachelor of Nursing Mater Mater South Brisbane, Mater Redlands Bachelor of Midwifery Mater Mater South Brisbane Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery Dual Degree Mater Mater South Brisbane, Mater Redlands You must nominate your preference for a clinical school on your QTAC application. You must list your choice of clinical schools in preferred order Bachelor of Nursing Ipswich Hospital and Holy Spirit Northside Bachelor of Midwifery Caboolture Hospital, Ipswich Hospital Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery Dual Degree The Royal Brisbane and Women s Hospital, Ipswich Hospital Applicants must nominate their preference for a clinical school on their QTAC application. Applicants must number each clinical school in preferred order. NEW for 2014! The Master of Nursing Studies (Graduate Entry) After a three week intensive training program, the program is delivered through small group based teaching at the Translational Research Institute (TRI) located on the grounds of the Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH) and clinical practice undertaken at one of three hospitals; > The Wesley > Princess Alexandra Hospital > St Andrew s War Memorial Hospital. Clinical schools Our nursing and midwifery programs are underpinned by academic rigour and extensive practical experience in clinical settings with real patients, under the mentorship of clinical lecturers. Unique to the School of Nursing and Midwifery are our Clinical Schools where we equip you with the skills, academic knowledge and practical experience necessary to excel in your nursing or midwifery career. The learning experience in the Clinical Schools is a vital component for your development as a health care professional, and has been designed to integrate your clinical experience directly with your academic program. This link is managed by a team of highly qualified, skilled nursing and midwifery practitioners and academic staff (Clinical Lecturers) who will mentor you as you progress through the program. As a student in the undergraduate nursing or midwifery program you will undertake the majority of your education in Clinical Schools, where you learn from practising professionals and gain the knowledge and skills necessary to work effectively in a healthcare environment. You will attend lectures one day a week, and undertake small group teaching, clinical skills teaching and clinical practice through your selected clinical school. You will be placed in one of our eight Clinical Schools based on your preference selection. (Every effort is made to ensure you will have your first preference, however you should be aware that this may not always be possible). The Clinical School approach is a central part of your journey towards becoming a nurse or midwife, and an essential part of your preparation offered only in the School of Nursing and Midwifery undergraduate programs. Clinical Schools are located at: Undergraduate > Caboolture Hospital > Holy Spirit Northside > Ipswich Hospital > Mater Health Services Mater Health Services South Brisbane Mater Health Services Redlands > Redcliffe Hospital > Royal Brisbane & Women s Hospital Graduate Entry > Princess Alexandra Hospital > St Andrew s War Memorial Hospital > Wesley Hospital All Graduate Entry Masters lectures and PBL sessions will be held at the Translational Research Institute (TRI). 7

10 UQ clinical schools Unique to the School of Nursing and Midwifery are our Clinical Schools located on the grounds of our clinical partner sites. Here we equip you with the skills, academic knowledge and practical experience necessary to excel in your nursing and midwifery career. The Clinical School approach is a central part of your journey toward becoming a nurse or midwife, and an essential part of your preparation and learning. UQ/Ipswich Hospital Clinical School The Ipswich Hospital is the major hospital within the Darling Downs West Moreton Health Service District. Its close proximity to the UQ Ipswich Campus allows easy access to the University s facilities. Students experience acute medical and surgical units as well as rehabilitation, palliative care, paediatrics and for Midwifery and Dual Degree students the Birthing Suites. UQ/Holy Spirit Northside Clinical School Holy Spirit Northside is a private hospital, providing acute care for up to 195 inpatients. Located at Chermside, the hospital is the only major referral private hospital in the main growth corridor of Brisbane. Students gain a variety of experience with opportunities for clinical practice available in surgical and intensive care units. UQ/Mater Clinical School SOUTH BRISBANE Mater Health Services is a network of seven hospitals with over 8000 staff, caring for more than 600,000 patients each year. The UQ/Mater Clinical School, situated in the Mater Hospitals precinct is close to major rail and bus stations. Students gain a variety of experience with opportunities for clinical practice across all specialties including neonates, women s health, paediatrics, adults and aged care. UQ/Mater Clinical School REDLANDS The UQ/Mater Clinical School Redlands is situated in the main streert of Cleveland and is close to major rail and bus stations. Ample parking is available to students. Students undertake all problem based learning (PBL), tutorials and lectures at the Mater Redlands clinical school, and undertake their clinical practice in the Mater Redlands Private and / or the Redlands Public Hospitals.. UQ /Redcliffe Clinical School At the Redcliffe hospital students will have the opportunity to experience and learn about a wide variety of medical, surgical, obstetric, paediatric and cardiac patient conditions. 8

11 clinical schools UQ/Royal Brisbane and Women s Hospital Clinical School Situated in Queensland s largest tertiary referral centre, students will have the opportunity to experience and learn about a wide variety of patient conditions, including Midwifery-led care through the Birth Centre and the Midwifery teams, as a well as access to the Skills Development Centre and simulated learning. UQ/ Caboolture Clinical School Caboolture hospital provides students with a range of medical, surgical, emergency, paediatric, specialist outpatient and mental health learning experiences. TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE The Master of Nursing Studies (Graduate Entry) program is delivered through small group based teaching at the Translational Research Institute (TRI) located on the grounds of the Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH) and clinical practice undertaken at one of three hospitals: The Wesley Princess Alexandra Hospital St Andrew¹s War Memorial Hospital 9

12 Undergraduate I am originally from Chile, South America. I really wanted to live, study and work overseas. Australia is a great cosmopolitan country, in which I had the chance to meet nice people from everywhere. I chose UQ because of its prestige as a world class university. If you want to work helping others and also challenge yourself learning about how the body works, nursing is a good profession to work in. In the future, I would love to work in aged care, stroke rehabilitation and mental health. Marcelle Le Feuvre Bachelor of Nursing 3rd Year 10

13 Undergraduate Bachelor of Nursing The Bachelor of Nursing is a three year degree delivered internally, fulltime with an accelerated learning option to complete the program in 2.5 years (there is no mid-year entry). As a UQ Bachelor of Nursing student you will be based at one of our Clinical Schools, and attend lectures one day per week on campus. The Bachelor of Nursing program is underpinned by an innovative, problem based learning curriculum model which has been informed by international best practice and industry experts and responds to current national and global population health challenges. In the first two years of the program lectures and Problem Based Learning are incorporated with clinical experiences in selected Clinical Schools. In the final year of the program students undertake extensive preceptored clinical placement providing them with exposure to an area of specialty nursing practice and the opportunity to consolidate and refine their skills in order to facilitate a smooth transition to graduate practice. Undergraduate students will be rostered to attend clinical placement on either morning (approximately 7am 3pm) or afternoon shifts (approximately 2pm 11pm) for shifts of 8 hours duration, depending upon your clinical site. In the final year of the program students will be required to attend night duty shifts (approximately 11pm 7am). An honours year of full-time or part-time equivalent study may be undertaken after successful completion of the Bachelor award with a minimum GPA of 5.0. Current minimum requirements for the Bachelor of Nursing program are passes at Year 12 level, or equivalent, in Senior English, and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics. Non school leavers may be eligible for alternative entry pathways. Graduates will be eligible to apply for registration as a nurse through the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. Students may apply for credit once they have gained acceptance into the program. A career in Nursing A career in nursing will enable you to work in a variety of public and private hospitals, health care settings, academia/teaching, research, rural and remote health, and aid organisations. Outstanding employment opportunities exist for Australian nurses. They are highly regarded both in Australia and internationally. Their services are always in demand. Some pathways available to graduates include: > Medical / Surgical Nursing > Mental Health Nursing > Aged Care > Rural and Remote Nursing > Community and Public Health > Critical Care > Perioperative Nursing > Paediatrics and Child Health > Emergency Nursing How to apply Applications are made through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) edu.au. Clinical Schools Thanks to our extensive partnerships with major teaching hospitals located throughout South East Queensland, you will be able to select one of the following clinical schools for this program. New for Bachelor of Nursing Mater Mater South Brisbane Mater Redlands Bachelor of Nursing Ipswich Hospital Holy Spirit Northside Hospital Bachelor of Nursing for Overseas Educated Professional Nurses (1 Year pathway) Enrolment requirements The UQ Bachelor of Nursing 1 year pathway for Overseas Educated Professional Nurses is specifically designed to meet the Australian National Nursing Competency Standards for Registered Nurses. On successful completion of the pathway you will be eligible to apply for registration as a nurse in Australia. If you are a recent graduate, or you have recently completed a minimum three year Diploma or Degree at an approved institution and you have limited clinical practice experience (either post-graduation or during your degree), or you are a registered nurse in a country other than Australia, you may be eligible for enrolment in the UQ Bachelor of Nursing 1 year pathway for Overseas Educated Professional Nurses. Overseas Educated Nurses who are not eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia but who have completed a degree in nursing in their own country of origin may be considered for enrolment. English Language Proficiency (IELTS) To meet the English Language Proficiency requirements for this pathway, international applicants must demonstrate a score of at least 7.0 overall with 7 in each subband (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) of the IELTS Academic test (or equivalent). Registration On successful completion of this 1 year pathway students will be eligible to apply for registration as a nurse in Australia. The Australian Health Practitioner Regulations Agency (AHPRA) recently announced that graduates in all health disciplines will be required to demonstrate English language skill at IELTS 7 in all bands or equivalent before being considered for professional registration, and within two years of applying for national registration in Australia. The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) from 1 July 2010, require nurses applying for registration in Australia (i.e. applicants who have not completed their secondary education as well as a nursing program taught and assessed in English) to demonstrate they have the necessary English language skills required for registration. How to apply Applications for domestic students are made through QTAC. Domestic students apply for entry into the Bachelor of Nursing program and would then follow the Overseas Educated Professional Nurses pathway. Domestic students, as with International students, will need to meet IELTS requirements. Applications for International students into the Bachelor of Nursing for Overseas Educated Professional Nurses pathway are made through The University of Queensland International Admissions Office. When submitting your application you will need to provide: Certified copies of all transcripts of results, award certificates, grading systems, and translations (if required), documents for English Proficiency, other documentation as outlined in The UQ application form, or as requested by The UQ School of Nursing and Midwifery. Enrolment is subject to proof that the candidate has satisfied the English language proficiency requirement. CRICOS Code:050456J CRICOS Provider No: 0025B 11

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15 Undergraduate Bachelor of Midwifery The Bachelor of Midwifery is a three year degree delivered internally fulltime with an accelerated learning option to complete the program in 2.5 years (there is no mid-year entry). Why study Midwifery at UQ? As a UQ Bachelor of Midwifery student you will be based at one of our Clinical Schools, and attend lectures one day per week on campus. The Bachelor of Midwifery program is underpinned by an innovative, Problem Based Learning curriculum model which has been informed by international best practice and industry experts and responds to current national and global population health challenges. In the first two years of the program lectures and Problem Based Learning are incorporated with clinical experiences in selected Clinical Schools. In the final year of the program students undertake extensive preceptored clinical placement providing you with exposure to an area of specialty in midwifery practice, and the opportunity to consolidate and refine your skills in order to facilitate a smooth transition to graduate practice. Undergraduate students will be rostered to attend clinical placement on either morning (approximately 7am 3pm) or afternoon shifts (approximately 2pm 11pm) for shifts of 8 hours duration, depending upon your clinical site. In the final year of the program students will be required to attend night duty shifts (approximately 11 pm 7am). An honours year of full-time or part-time equivalent study may be undertaken after successful completion of the Bachelor award with a minimum GPA of 5.0. Current minimum requirements for the Bachelor of Midwifery program are passes at Year 12 level, or equivalent, in Senior English, and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics. Non school leavers may be eligible for alternative entry pathways. Applications for credit may be submitted by any person who gains entry to the program. A career in Midwifery A career in midwifery will enable you to work in a variety of public and private maternity and neonatal care settings, academia/teaching, research, rural and remote health, and aid organisations. Our program has been designed using international best practice standards in Midwifery education. Students will achieve the ANMC competency standards for midwives. Outstanding employment opportunities exist for Australian midwives. A chronic shortage of midwives domestically and internationally ensures that their services are always in demand. Graduates will be eligible to apply for registration as a midwife through the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. How to apply Applications are made through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) Clinical Schools Thanks to our extensive partnerships with major teaching hospitals located throughout South East Queensland, you will be able to select one of the following clinical schools for this program. New for Bachelor of Midwifery Mater Mater South Brisbane Bachelor of Midwifery Ipswich Hospital Caboolture Hospital The UQ school of nursing and midwifery was my first choice for midwifery training because it has a large amount of clinical practice incorporated into the course. The course teaches us to be self-directed and independent learners, and the placements start early in the course so, from the beginning, you get the practical experience that will help to get you ready for the real job at the end. For me it was all about getting hands on as soon as possible, it helped to consolidate the theory we were learning and at the same time and gave me an insight into what the daily life of a midwife is like. It has been so rewarding to get to work with women and their families from the start and share in their special life changing moments of welcoming a new baby into the world. I can t wait to start my career as a midwife. Carolyn Tanis Bachelor of Midwifery 3rd year Nursing and midwifery

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17 Undergraduate Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery Dual Degree The Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery or Dual Degree is a four year degree delivered internally full-time with an accelerated learning option to complete the program in 3.5 years (there is no mid-year entry). Why study Nursing and Midwifery at UQ? As a UQ Bachelor of Nursing student you will be based at one of our Clinical Schools, and attend lectures one day per week on campus. The program is underpinned by an innovative, problem based learning curriculum model which has been informed by international best practice and industry experts and responds to current national and global population health challenges. In the first three years of the program lectures and problem based learning are incorporated with clinical experiences in selected Clinical Schools. In the final year of the program students undertake extensive preceptored clinical placements in nursing and midwifery settings providing them with the opportunity to consolidate and refine their skills in order to facilitate a smooth transition to graduate practice. Undergraduate students will be rostered to attend clinical placement on either morning (approximately 7am 3pm) or afternoon shifts (approximately 2pm 11pm) for shifts of 8 hours duration, depending upon your clinical site. In the final year of the program students will be required to attend night duty shifts (approximately 11pm 7am). An honours year of full-time or part-time equivalent study may be undertaken after successful completion of the Bachelor award with a minimum GPA of 5.0. Current minimum entry requirements for the Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery Dual Degree program are passes at Year 12 level, or equivalent, in Senior English, and one of Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics. Non school leavers may be eligible for alternative entry pathways. Applications for credit may be submitted by any person who gains entry to the program. Graduates will be eligible to apply for registration as a nurse and endorsement as a midwife through the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia. A career in Nursing and Midwifery Outstanding employment opportunities exist for Australian nurses and midwives. A chronic shortage domestically and internationally ensures that nursing and midwifery services are always in demand. How to apply Applications are made through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) Clinical Schools Thanks to our extensive partnerships with major teaching hospitals located throughout South East Queensland, you will be able to select one of the following clinical schools for this program. New for Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery Dual Degree Mater Mater South Brisbane Mater Redlands Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery Dual Degree Ipswich Hospital Redcliffe Hospital The Royal Brisbane and Women s Hospital The UQ Nursing and Midwifery program sits head and shoulders above any other program I ve seen. One of the best things about the UQ program is the high exposure to the clinical environment from such an early stage of the course. From week five of my first year I was placed on a nursing ward and exposed to the real nursing world. It was by far the best thing about this program, and from the start it taught me real world nursing skills such as patient communication, time management and working in an interdisciplinary team; skills that are difficult to learn in a classroom or during lectures. The nurse to clinical lecturer ratio in the UQ program is fantastic. Having one highly qualified Clinical Lecturer between twelve means that the support I receive is incredible. Having a long list of skilled professionals at my fingertips is so valuable to my education and the knowledge that so much support is available in the clinical area is amazing. Elizabeth Coller Dual Degree Second year 15

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19 Student exchange International Community Health placement The School of Nursing and Midwifery offers a unique overseas experience for undergraduate students wishing to broaden their international, cultural and community health experience. The International Community Health program provides you as an undergraduate student with the opportunity to live and undertake hands on practical work in a number of community healthcare facilities and clinics in towns and villages worldwide. You will have the opportunity to assist and observe local health care staff in a number of different work places, and you will receive course credit as the Community Health program will form part of your practical coursework requirements. Currently the School of Nursing and Midwifery offers this program at Siem Reap Cambodia. How to apply Information sessions regarding the School of Nursing and Midwifery Community Health Placement will be held for enrolled undergraduate students during the year. Applications for the International Community Health Placement Program are open to School of Nursing and Midwifery second year Bachelor of Nursing, and second year Bachelor of Midwifery students for placement in their final year. Bachelor of Nursing and Midwifery Dual Degree third year students can apply to undertake the placement in their final year. Student Exchange and study abroad As an undergraduate student at the School of Nursing and Midwifery you will have the opportunity to participate in our International Student Exchange program. The International Student Exchange program offered by the School of Nursing and Midwifery to undergraduate students provides a wonderful opportunity for you to enhance and diversify your learning experience. Developed in conjunction with internationally renowned universities, the program is designed to help you develop a global perspective by gaining an appreciation of cultural diversity through immersion in academic and clinical experiences. Currently the student exchange program is offered through the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Auckland, the University of Virginia, the University of Glasgow. Other partnerships are planned. Students interested in the International Student Exchange program to the University of Pennsylvania are eligible to apply for The University of Pennsylvania Scholarship. Please refer to the School of Nursing and Midwifery website for further information How to apply Applications for the International Student Exchange program are open to School of Nursing and Midwifery second year undergraduate students for an exchange in their final year. Community Health Placement UQ gave me the opportunity to travel to Cambodia, and take part in rural placement, assisting in and promoting health care and education to those less fortunate. For me this was the most amazing experience, one that will stay with me forever. Although at times it was difficult to communicate and adjust to this new form of living, it was also so rewarding to see our assistance, education and contributions go a long way. The Cambodians are such beautiful and happy people who have so little. Being able to make these people smile, laugh and learn is an opportunity that I strongly recommend for all Nursing and Midwifery students. The trip gave me the opportunity to develop as a person, and open my eyes to the bigger picture in health care, and further develop my basic skills as a nurse. It also was a trip where great friendships were formed that will last a lifetime. Jane Mary Myers Bachelor of Nursing Third year Nursing and midwifery

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21 graduate entry Honours program The School of Nursing and Midwifery Honours program has been specifically designed to enhance your skills and learning as a new graduate. At the UQ School of Nursing and Midwifery we encourage new graduates to undertake an Honours program. The Honours program offered at the School of Nursing and Midwifery opens a broader range of career and research paths for nurses and midwives. The School of Nursing and Midwifery Honours programs have been specifically designed to enhance your skills and learning as an undergraduate student from the Bachelor of Nursing or the Bachelor of Midwifery programs. The researched-based Bachelor of Nursing and Bachelor of Midwifery Honours programs are ideal if you re looking to build your capacity to upgrade your qualifications, maintain currency with clinical practice, expand your career path, enhance your potential for promotion or undertake further research. Currently the School of Nursing and Midwifery Honours programs are offered to students who have completed a Bachelor degree with a minimum GPA of 5.0 or equivalent. The Honours program is then offered on either a full-time or part-time basis. As an Honours student, you will have the flexibility to undertake a research specific question which you have developed, or, you can elect to commence a research project nominated by the School. You will be individually mentored through the program by one of our world class researchers, this enables the program to be tailor made for you. Honours programs are semester based and mid-year entry is available to applicants. As a prospective Honours student, you can enrol in any semester and are welcome to discuss the program at any time with the Postgraduate Research Coordinator. Honours Scholarships Honours scholarships are available to UQ nursing and midwifery Honours students either through the School of Nursing and Midwifery or the UQ Scholarships program. For further information visit the School of Nursing and Midwifery website. After graduating from the Bachelor of Midwifery at UQ my classmates and I entered the Midwifery workforce work ready and with advanced practice skills. Eighteen months down the track I chose to undertake the Honours program, again with UQ SONM, because of UQ s excellent research reputation, and flexible study options. The benefits of this have been that I have been able to study part-time and externally, around my work and family commitments. Because I couldn t attend the campus my academic supervisor and my academic mentor made themselves available for fortnightly phone conferences and frequent contact in between. The support and guidance I have received with my studies has been fantastic, not just from my supervisor and mentor, but from the librarians, the administration staff and the peak bodies and expert academics all over the world that my supervisor has connected me with. As a result of this I have had my first article accepted for publication by an international journal. Cassia Drever-Smith Edith Cavell Honours Scholarship recipient Cassia Drever- Smith and Edith Cavell descendent Jeremy Cowley Scholarships The UQ School of Nursing and Midwifery is committed to providing financial support to students wanting to study. The School of Nursing and Midwifery is committed to helping you realise your full potential. That s why we offer a selection of scholarships to assist you with your undergraduate, postgraduate or research higher degree education. Undergraduates are eligible to apply for scholarships at the end of their first year, to be awarded for second year. We strongly encourage students to apply for more than one scholarship. At the School of Nursing and Midwifery we understand that financial awards can make a world of difference. The School of Nursing and Midwifery offer a range of Scholarships to Nursing and Midwifery undergraduate, postgraduate and research and research higher degree students. We encourage you to find out which scholarships you may be eligible for by visiting scholarships. I was fortunate to have been the recipient for one of the numerous scholarships available to students, which helped to ease the financial burden of not earning an income while studying full-time. Susan Neuendorff Bachelor of Midwifery Student 19

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23 graduate entry MaSter of Nursing Studies (Graduate entry) The Master of Nursing Studies (Graduate Entry) has been specifically designed to prepare you to apply to work as a registered nurse within two years of study. QTAC Code The Master of Nursing Studies (Graduate Entry) program is offered to graduates of any other discipline who have achieved a grade point average of 4 and above (Australian GPA scale) in their previous field of study. Students will complete 32 units of study. At a Glance Duration: 2 years (full-time) with an option of completing in 1.5 years if a summer semester is undertaken at the end of year 1. Commencing: Semester 1. Campus: Problem Based Learning (PBL) tutorials, clinical laboratories and clinical placements at selected Clinical Schools. Prerequisites: Bachelor degree with a GPA of 4 and above. Delivery Mode: Internal. School: Nursing and Midwifery. Faculty: Health Sciences. Program Code: Total Units: 32. QTAC Code: HECS: Australian domestic students studying The Master of Nursing Studies (Graduate Entry) program are eligible to apply for the Australian Government Higher Education Contribution Scheme (HECS). Program description This 2 year Masters degree program is specifically designed to enable graduates of any Bachelor degree to meet the requirements of registration as a nurse in Australia. Graduates will: > Apply clinical reasoning skills in their nursing practice > Be able to work effectively in interprofessional teams to promote quality health outcomes for clients in their care > Provide high quality client centered care through safe and effective nursing practice according to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia National Competency Standards for the Registered Nurse > Possess the qualities, skills, knowledge and abilities expected of a University of Queensland graduate. Shift work As a component of this program students will be required to attend morning and evening shifts for clinical experience. In addition, final year students will be expected to attend night and weekend shifts. Selection Criteria To enroll a student must: > Hold a bachelors degree from an Australian or equivalent university completed within the last 10 years. This may be in any field. > Where a degree has been completed more than 10 years prior to the application, the applicant must have completed a minimum of one semester of full-time (or the part-time equivalent) of tertiary study in that time period as evidence of recent academic activity. How to Apply Domestic students: Applications must be lodged through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre. Application procedures for Australian students. International students: Applications must be lodged through UQ International. Click here for application procedures for International students. Clinical Schools After a three week intensive training program, the program is delivered through small group based teaching at the Translational Research Institute (TRI) located on the grounds of the Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH) and clinical practice undertaken at one of three hospitals; > The Wesley > Princess Alexandra Hospital > St Andrew s War Memorial Hospital Master of Nursing Studies (Graduate Entry) Princess Alexandra Hospital Wesley Hospital St Andrew s War Memorial Hospital Additional information For additional information on this program contact the UQ School of Nursing and Midwifery Phone: Fax: [email protected] Web: I chose to study nursing at UQ due to the sheer amount of practical experience we get to do. I have found my practical days to be challenging, but at the same time have gained invaluable knowledge. I am so pleased that I chose to study at UQ, as I have thoroughly enjoyed every minute of my study over the past year. But by far, the best thing about UQ is that everybody cares. From the minute you step into the library, book store or classroom there is somebody willing to help you & push you to achieve your best results. Adeline Ryan 21

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25 Postgraduate MaSter of Nursing The Master of Nursing program offers a flexible, external method of study. The program provides the opportunity for you to complete a Master of Nursing after successful completion of 24 units, a Graduate Diploma in Nursing after 16 units or a Graduate Certificate in Nursing after completion of 8 Units. You are able to select from seven fields of study for specialisation, including: Children & Young People s Health The Children and Young People s Health programs have been developed to provide Registered Nurses with the skills and knowledge to practice in paediatric and child health settings including hospitals, community, school and youth based health. Graduates will develop an understanding of primary health care needs, physical and developmental stages of children, cultural values and diversity of family needs within both the child health setting and acute health paediatric setting for children and young people. You will also gain an understanding of the legal and ethical issues associated with providing care for children, young people and their families with various health care issues from diverse cultural backgrounds within Australia. All courses will be taught online. Primary Health Care Nursing The Primary Health Care Nursing field has been developed to meet the increasing demand for nurses in primary health care environments. As students progress through the programs, advanced practice skills will be developed along with an increasing awareness of the social, economic, cultural and political determinants of health. The programs have been designed to align with current developments within the Australian health care system and aim to increase nurses knowledge and skills in the areas of illness prevention, health promotion and community development. All courses will be taught online. Chronic Disease Management and Palliative Care The Chronic Disease Management and Palliative Care program has been developed to provide Registered Nurses with the skills and knowledge to fulfil advanced practice roles within their own clinical setting. Chronic disease and palliative care nursing practice will be explored from a clinical, professional, educational and leadership perspective. All courses are offered online. Gastroenterological Nursing The Gastroenterological Nursing programs have been developed to provide Registered Nurses with the skills and knowledge to fulfil advanced practice roles within diverse gastroenterological clinical settings. As students progress through the program, gastroenterology nursing will be examined from multiple perspectives with specific emphasis on the physiological and pathophysiological aspects of gastroenterological conditions. The program has been developed in alignment with current developments within the Australian health care system and aims to increase nurses knowledge and skills in caring for clients with gastroenterological conditions. In the latter courses, students will also acquire an in-depth knowledge of teaching and learning skills enabling them to assume an educational leadership role; and enhance their leadership and management skills and knowledge enabling them to influence nursing practice and health outcomes within the area of specialty. All courses are offered online Rural & Remote Nursing The Rural and Remote Nursing programs have been developed to provide Registered Nurses with the skills and knowledge to fulfill advanced practice roles within their own clinical setting. Graduates will also acquire an in-depth knowledge of the economic, political and socio-economic factors which influence the delivery of health care within rural and remote contexts. Students will examine the epidemiology and management of specific health issues prevalent in rural and remote communities, and examine the nursing and collaborative practice approaches required to provide evidence based health care in these settings; develop their teaching and learning If you do not currently hold a Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent, you may only apply for the Graduate Certificate. When this has been successfully completed, you may then apply for entrance into the Masters of Nursing program, or at the Graduate Diploma level after a one year full-time or part-time equivalent. If you currently hold a Bachelor of Nursing you are able to apply for the Master of Nursing or Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies if you meet all the program requirements. skills enabling them to assume an educational leadership role; and enhance their leadership and management knowledge and skills, enabling them to influence nursing practice and health outcomes within the area of specialty. All courses are offered online. Aged Care Management is designed for current and aspiring managers who require knowledge and skills in contemporary management and their application to the aged care and community sector. Emphasis is placed on critical and analytical skills in industry specific financial modeling, planning and performance; service delivery theory and models; current and future workforce issues thus providing graduates with capacity to preempt and respond to changes as they emerge. Advanced Practice Nursing field is designed to enable you to apply the principles to your own specialist practice setting. The Advanced Practice Nursing programs have been developed to provide Registered Nurses with the skills and knowledge to fulfil advanced practice roles within their own clinical setting. Advanced nursing practice will be explored from a clinical, professional, educational and leadership perspective. Graduates will develop advanced skills in health assessment and applying contemporary models of practice. They will also acquire an in-depth knowledge of professional nursing practice from a local and global perspective; develop their teaching and learning skills enabling them to assume an educational leadership role; and enhance their leadership and management skills and knowledge enabling them to influence nursing practice and health outcomes within the area of specialty. All courses are offered online. The Masters program consists of 24 units which can be completed in 1.5 years or equivalent part-time. There are possibilities to exit the program at the Graduate Certificate after six months full-time or equivalent part-time study. The majority of our students opt to undertake the Masters program on a part-time basis to accommodate work and family life commitments. 23

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27 Postgraduate Graduate Certificate in Nursing Within the Master of Nursing program the School of Nursing and Midwifery offers a Graduate Certificate in Nursing. As part of the Master of Nursing program, the School of Nursing and Midwifery offers a Graduate Certificate in Nursing. The Graduate Certificate in Nursing is ideal if you do not currently hold a Bachelor of Nursing, or the equivalent. Once successfully completed, you will then be eligible to enrol in the Master of Nursing or the Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies programs. The Graduate Certificate in Nursing consists of one core course (Evidence Based Health Care), two field specific courses and one elective course. As with the Master of Nursing, you will be able to select from seven fields of study for specialisation, including > Children & Young People s Health > Primary Health Care Nursing > Chronic Disease Management and Palliative Care > Gastroenterological Nursing > Rural & Remote Nursing > Aged Care Management > Advanced Practice Nursing field tailored to suit your own specialist practice setting. Additional information on each of the fields of study can be located with the Master of Nursing information page 23. Graduate DIPLOMA in Nursing Within the Master of Nursing program, the School of Nursing and Midwifery offers a Graduate Diploma in Nursing. This graduate diploma program is specifically designed for graduates of any Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent degree to enable them to extend their nursing knowledge and skills in a specialist setting. Students who currently hold a Bachelor of Nursing are able to apply for entry to the Graduate Diploma or Master of Nursing or Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies if all the program requirements are met. As with the Graduate Certificate in Nursing and Master of Nursing, students will be able to select from seven fields of study for specialisation, including Children & Young People s Health, Primary Health Care Nursing, Chronic Disease Management and Palliative Care, Gastroenterological Nursing, Rural & Remote Nursing, Aged Care Management or use the generic Advanced Practice Nursing field tailored to suit the specialist practice setting of the student. Students complete 16 units. Postgraduate Midwifery Programs The postgraduate midwifery program has been developed to provide registered midwives with the skills and knowledge to fulfil advanced practice roles within their own clinical setting. Graduate Certificate in Midwifery The Graduate Certificate in Midwifery is ideal for registered midwives who do not currently hold an undergraduate midwifery degree, or the equivalent. In addition it also provides midwives, who may or may not hold an undergraduate degree, with the opportunity to undertake postgraduate study without making a commitment to a Masters degree. Within the Graduate Certificate, students are able to select from two fields of study for specialisation: > Complex Midwifery Care > Advanced Practice Midwifery. There are 8 units of study in the Graduate Certificate in Midwifery consisting of one core course (Evidence Based Health Care), two field-specific courses and one elective course. Once successfully completed, students are eligible to enrol in the Master of Midwifery program. With the Graduate Certificate registered midwives are able to select from two fields of study: Complex Midwifery Care which encompasses the care of high risk pregnancies and the care of mothers and babies with complex needs; Advanced Midwifery Practice, enabling midwives who practice in community settings, or settings other than high risk care to pursue further postgraduate study in areas of advanced midwifery practice. Apply online Half year full-time or part-time equivalent study Completion of 8 units Commencing semester 1 and All courses are offered online Applicants will need to be a registered midwife Master of Midwifery Students who hold an undergraduate midwifery degree and meet the program requirements are able to apply for entry into the Master of Midwifery program. As with the Graduate Certificate in Midwifery, students are able to select from two fields of study for specialisation; Complex Midwifery Care and Advanced Practice Midwifery. There are 24 units of study at the Master level of the program. This includes the courses contained within the Graduate Certificate and two core courses (Education in Nursing and Midwifery Practice; and Leadership & Management in Nursing and Midwifery), two field-specific courses, a research focused course and either a research or clinical practice project. Apply online 1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent Commencing semester 1 and Completion of 24 units Applicants will need to have a Bachelor of Midwifery or equivalent and be registered to practice as a midwife. All courses are offered online Further information Contact the School of Nursing and Midwifery Nursing and midwifery

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29 Postgraduate MaSter of Nurse Practitioner Studies The Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies program prepares you as an experienced registered nurse for autonomous and collaborative practice in an advanced and expanded clinical role as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) A nurse practitioner provides innovative and flexible health care delivery that complements other health care providers. The Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies program (MNPractSt) will provide you with extensive clinical and theoretical knowledge, which will equip you with the specialist skills required for the expanded role as a nurse practitioner. After successful completion of the program you are eligible to apply for endorsement as a nurse practitioner by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA). To be eligible to apply for the program you need to have: > Bachelor of Nursing degree > minimum five years fulltime or equivalent experience post registration > three years experience in the specialty area in which you plan to practice as a nurse practitioner > and in the specialty area one year in an advanced practice role The years in the specialty area and in an advanced practice role can be part of the five years fulltime post registration experience. If you meet the criteria but don t hold a Bachelor of Nursing degree there are opportunities, offered by the School, to undertake a postgraduate certificate as an alternative entry degree. Furthermore you will need a Clinical Support Team (CST) and support from your employer. That means that they will provide the CST and time for the clinical education part that is included throughout the program. The CST should at a minimum cover nursing, medicine and pharmacology. Suitable members of the CST are a nurse practitioner, medical practitioner, pharmacist and other health professions can be included if there is an identified need for it e.g. physiotherapist, radiologist etc. The Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies program is delivered in an external mode, online, therefore you are expected to be confident working with computers. The first year of the program includes two compulsory residential study weeks on a UQ campus. The first residential week is held at the commencement of Semester 1 and the second residential week is held late in Semester 2. The program consists of 24 units that can be completed in 1.5 years full-time or the part-time equivalent. Credit for prior learning may be given for previously gained suitable postgraduate qualifications. The program consists of three parts, Core Courses, Core Research Courses and Elective Courses. Part A, five core courses, 10 Units NURS7001 Advanced Nursing Practice 1 NURS7002 Advanced Practice Nursing 2 NURS7003 Advanced Practice 2 NURS7004 Advanced Clinical Practice 2 NURS7007 Nurse Practitioner Professional Development of Provided Care Part B, two core research courses, 6 Units HLTH7305 Evidence Based Nursing and Midwifery 1 and NURS7006 Research Project or NURS7020 Professional Practice Project Part C, four elective courses, 8 Units There is an extensive list of elective courses that are offered by different Schools in the UQ Faculty of Health Sciences from which you can choose to meet your individual needs in preparation to become a nurse practitioner. These courses are presented in the course list for the program at along with further information about each course in their Electronic Course Profile (ECP). How to apply Visit or contact the UQ School of Nursing and Midwifery directly. Applications should be lodged online with closing dates December 31 of the current year of enrolment to begin in Semester 1, or, May 31 of the current year for enrolment to begin in Semester 2. Australian domestic students wishing to undertake the Master of Nurse Practitioner Studies may be eligible to receive a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP). For further information regarding CSP visit: There are opportunities for financial help through the Higher Education Loan Programme (HELP). This program will assist you to undertake postgraduate education, to read more about these opportunities visit: 27

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31 Postgraduate Master of Mental Health Nursing The School of Nursing and Midwifery now offer a Master of Mental Health Nursing. The Master of Mental Health Nursing has been designed to provide students with an advanced understanding of the theories, legislation, policies and standards that underpin mental health nursing. Students will be expected to develop core practice skills that promote safe nursing practice and management of risk in a clinical setting. Graduates will develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes relevant to contemporary mental health nursing practice. Students will gain experience in a variety of evidence based interventions while also gaining an understanding of the theoretical principles that underpin them. Teaching will be provided by highly experienced educators, practitioners and/or researchers, many of whom have national and international reputations for scholarship and/or professional practice. Students complete #24 program units that can be completed in 1.5 years full-time or the part-time equivalent. Credit for prior learning may be given for previously gained suitable postgraduate qualifications. UQ s Master of Mental Health Nursing meets the educational requirements for the Australian College of Mental Health Nurses Credential for Practice Program (CPP). Students will have the opportunity to undertake both structured and independent learning assignments and study in a flexible, external mode, online environment that respects concurrent professional commitments. Students are expected to be confident working with computers. Online materials are designed for self-paced structured learning and include both a program of reading, activities and a clinical practice portfolio designed to integrate learning into the practice environment. There are compulsory residential study days on a UQ campus. The first residential day is held at the commencement of Semester 1 and 2 x 1 and 6x1 residential days are held during Semester 2. The program consists of three parts, core courses, core research courses and elective courses. There is an extensive list of elective courses that are offered by different Schools in the UQ s Faculty of Health Sciences from which you can choose to meet your individual needs in preparation to become a mental health nurse. These courses are presented in the course list for the program at along with further information about each course in their electronic course Profile (ecp). Entry Requirements Applicants must hold current registration in Australia and a Bachelor degree (or approval of equivalent qualifications by the Head of School). How to apply Applications into the Master of Mental Health Nursing will need to be lodged online at or contact the School of Nursing and Midwifery directly. Phone: Fax: [email protected] Web: 29

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33 Alumni School of Nursing and Midwifery Continuing Professional Development At the UQ School of Nursing and Midwifery we are aware of the importance of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for health care professionals and understand CPD is now a mandatory requirement for registration, enrolment or endorsement as a nurse or midwife. The School of Nursing and Midwifery s Continuing Professional Development program (CPDP) was developed in response to identified needs within the professional community. Recent legislative changes currently require all nurses and midwives to engage in a minimum of 20 hours of continuing professional development each year. Under National Law, which governs the operations of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority (AHPRA), all registered health practitioners must complete Continuing Professional Development (CPD) annually to maintain their professional registration. This requirement applies to all registered and enrolled nurses, registered nurses endorsed as nurse practitioners, midwives and eligible midwives Our CPD programs cater for health professionals including but not limited to registered or enrolled nurses, nurse practitioners, registered and eligible midwives. On successful completion of any CPD course offered by the UQ School of Nursing and Midwifery, participants will be issued with a Certificate of Completion, which can be used to demonstrate completion and attainment of CPD hours. CPD Courses have been endorsed by APEC number as authorised by the Royal College of Nursing Australia according to approved criteria Alumni We re proud of our graduates and strive to build strong, mutually beneficial relationships with them. The School of Nursing and Midwifery s Alumni Association is our key mechanism for keeping in touch with our graduates. We do this through newsletters, events and other activities such as the Graduate e-cohort Study. Our Alumni Association helps graduates to: > Keep in touch with your peer group and your profession > Keep up-to-date with developments in Nursing and Midwifery > Build and maintain valuable links with industry, other health professionals, community organisations, and the broader University of Queensland both locally and internationally > Give back to your profession by taking part in opportunities like student mentoring programs. As a member of our Alumni Association, you will receive: > UQ address for life > Reduced rates for library access and your first year after graduation is free! > Reduced rates for internet access via UQ Connect > Membership of the UQ Staff and Graduates Club > Reduced membership rates for UQ Sport > Access to the Universitas 21 Global Alumni Program. Membership of the School of Nursing and Midwifery Alumni is free to all UQ School of Nursing and Midwifery graduates, with no ongoing membership costs, so join us as a School of Nursing and Midwifery Alumnus today! The School of Nursing and Midwifery currently run a graduate e-cohort study where graduates can participate in an international workforce study conducted in collaboration with five universities from Australia Canada and New Zealand. As a new graduate we look forward to your participation in the Graduate e-cohort study. Your contribution is vital to the future planning and choices available to graduate nurses and midwives. For more information or to register your participation in the Graduate e-cohort Study visit the website 31

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35 Postgraduate Research and Research Higher Degrees Research and research training through Research Higher Degrees makes a vital contribution to health care and can directly impact clinical practice and health outcomes for patients and the wider community. The University of Queensland is committed to conducting the highest quality research and providing exceptional research training to research scholars. Areas of Research Research undertaken within the School of Nursing and Midwifery is informed by global, national and state primary health care practice and strategies. Our research addresses and defines barriers to health, and examines methods by which improvements to health care can be achieved. Our research efforts are arranged around research clusters: > Quality Health Systems: Building quality, responsive, sustainable system > Health Across the Lifespan: Building good health for individuals > Chronic Conditions: Prevention and management of chronic conditions with a focus on cardiovascular health, diabetes, injury prevention, mental health and musculoskeletal conditions In addition, the focus of particular research may incorporate all three interrelated areas and extend to primary, secondary and tertiary levels of clinical care. Research Higher Degrees Many exceptional career opportunities exist for nurses and midwives with research training. UQ School of Nursing and Midwifery Research Higher Degree programs foster the attainment of specialised knowledge and technical research skills and ensure the professional development of our research scholars. School of Nursing and Midwifery research scholars and graduates have: > the option of undertaking either an Honours, Master of Philosophy or Doctor of Philosophy program > the ability to make a unique and significant contribution to improvements in health > exposure to a community of diverse research scholarship > support to undertake relevant coursework within UQ to enhance their research potential > availability of funds for individual scholars to support their research and to encourage research output > the flexibility to apply for admission and scholarships at any time of the year > the prestige of graduating from an Internationally recognised U21/Go8 research intensive university > outstanding employment opportunities within Australia and overseas The UQ Advantage Undertaking research within the School of Nursing and Midwifery provides: > access to multi-disciplinary advisory teams and experts from within the School and across UQ > outstanding opportunities for research training to prepare future researchers to undertake research within clinical or nonclinical settings > collaborative opportunities to undertake research at U21 Universities - a global network of research intensive universities or in Group of Eight (GO8) universities the nation s leading research intensive universities > access to a diverse range of research projects > outstanding support to further your research career as a Research Higher Degree scholar through prestigious scholarship opportunities or as a member of academic staff through generous internal funding and access to competitive grants > opportunity to conduct your research under the supervision of or in collaboration with world renowned research staff. Our Research Sites Research undertaken in the School of Nursing and Midwifery can be conducted on any of our campuses, research centre and clinical school sites: School of Nursing and Midwifery campuses > UQ Herston Campus > UQ Ipswich Campus > School of Nursing and Midwifery Research Centre UQ / Blue Care Research & Practice Development Centre Toowong School of Nursing and Midwifery Clinical Schools Undergraduate > Caboolture Hospital > Holy Spirit Northside > Ipswich Hospital > Mater Health Services Mater Health Services South Brisbane Mater Health Services Redlands > Redcliffe Hospital > Royal Brisbane & Women s Hospital Graduate Entry > Translational Research Institute (TRI) > Princess Alexandra Hospital > St Andrew s War Memorial Hospital > Wesley Hospital 33

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37 Postgraduate UQ/BLUE CARE RESEARCH & Practice DEVELOPMENT CENTRE The School of Nursing and Midwifery and Blue Care have forged a formal academic link and developed the UQ/Blue Care Research & Practice Development Centre (RPDC). Why Research with us? > The UQ/Blue Care Research & Practice Development Centre (RPDC) is a unique collaboration between research academics and industry professionals > Our industry partner, Blue Care is one of Australia s leading not-for-profit providers of community and residential aged care. > Blue Care is committed to providing quality holistic care services that address client s physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual needs. > Blue Care has over 10,000 staff working in 260 centres and services in 80 communities across Queensland and New South Wales. > The RPDC is part of a worldwide collaborative focused on generating research that translates into clinical practice > The RPDC has supported research scholars enrolled in the Summer Research Scholarship, Honours, MPhil and PhD programmes > Much of the research undertaken at the RPDC informs current health practice across aged and community settings > You will have access to world class researchers and be able to undertake a diverse range of research projects > The RPDC hosts the Australian Centre for Evidence Based Community Care (ACEBCC) a Joanna Briggs Collaborating Centre Areas of Research Research undertaken at the RPDC seeks to positively impact healthcare practices, the wider community and its members by: > Developing evidence that will inform policy in relation to aged care, including age care provision, cost effectiveness, and out evaluation > Investigating specific aged care clinical practice problems and evaluating the effectiveness of specific aged care strategies > Identifying new models of service in response to changing community and client requirements with respect to aged care. 35

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39 Finance Money Matters When planning your study experience, consider the following financial options. Fees and costs Course fees and student contributions When you study at University, at the start of each semester or teaching period (study period) you are charged a fee for each course in which you enrol. Most undergraduate places at UQ are Commonwealth supported, i.e. funded partly by the Australian Government (Commonwealth support) and partly by you (student contribution). You are eligible for Commonwealth support if you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident and have obtained a Commonwealth supported place. International students pay full tuition fees. As fees are charged according to the courses you undertake, not the program in which you are enrolled, it is not possible to publish a fixed fee for a program and so indicative annual fees (based on average first year enrolment patterns) are listed on our Courses and Programs website to help with your financial planning. Fees calculator To help you estimate your course fees for a study period, UQ has developed an online Fees Calculator, available on the Courses and Programs website. The Fees Calculator shows individual course fees and lets you add them to a list to estimate the overall fee for your enrolment. Before you enrol, Academic Advisors can help you develop a study plan. Fees calculator (see UQ Toolkit) Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) A compulsory Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) was introduced in 2012 as a result of legislation passed by the Australian Parliament. The SSAF is used to support non-academic services such as sporting and recreation activities, employment and career advice, child care, financial advice, and food services. UQ will levy the fee, which is capped at a maximum of $272 for 2013, according to whether you are an internal or external student, or enrolled full-time or part-time. The fee is indexed annually. SSAF Living costs As a university student, you will also need to consider other costs of living, especially if you are living away from home for the first time. These include accommodation, books and study requirements, transport, and parking. Fortunately, a wide range of assistance is available. UQU, the Student Union, has a secondhand bookshop at St Lucia, and provides many low-cost entertainment activities plus an employment service. UQ s Student Services offer help with accommodation. And the Australian Government provides financial support for low-income earners, as well as fee repayment options for most students. University of Queensland Union UQ Student Services accommodation Financial assistance Centrelink student services The Australian Government s Centrelink provides three income-support payments for Australian tertiary students: Youth Allowance, Austudy and ABSTUDY. You can apply for these payments at any Centrelink Customer Service Centre. Other schemes include: an interest-free advance loan for students, where you are paid part of your allowance as a lump-sum advance the Pensioner Education Supplement (PES), which is a payment to certain categories of pensioners commencing study the Health Care Card, which enables Commonwealth health concessions, such as low-cost pharmaceuticals, under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS). Centrelink Youth Allowance, Austudy, PES, Health Care Card: Phone ABSTUDY: Phone HECS-HELP If you have a Commonwealth supported place, you may be eligible to receive HECS- HELP, an Australian Government loan scheme that allows an eligible Australian citizen or permanent humanitarian visa holder in Australia to defer repayment of all or part of their student contribution amount until their income meets a specific threshold. This means you do not have to start repaying your HECS-HELP debt until you earn above a certain income level ($49,095 for the financial year). Loan repayments are then taken out of your pay as additional tax. You need to supply your tax file number if you wish to obtain a HECS-HELP loan. Each study period, if you pay $500 or more up-front to the University, i.e. at the time of enrolment, you will receive a 10 per cent discount on your upfront payment. (Please note that New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents without a humanitarian visa are not eligible for HECS-HELP and must pay their student contributions up-front with no discount.) SA-HELP Australian citizens and permanent humanitarian visa holders who are unable to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) upfront may be eligible for assistance from the Commonwealth through an element of the Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) known as SA-HELP. You require a tax file number to obtain SA-HELP. HECS-HELP and SA-HELP information 37

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41 international Information for International Students More than 11,000 international students from 135 countries currently call UQ home. You are an international student if you are: > Temporary Resident (visa status) of Australia > Permanent Resident (visa status) of New Zealand, or > Resident or Citizen of any other country. Prerequisites Entry requirements Current minimum entry requirements for the School of Nursing and Midwifery undergraduate programs are passes at Year 12 level, or equivalent, in Senior English and one in Biological Science, Chemistry or Physics*. English Language Proficiency: To meet the English language proficiency requirements for program offered by the UQ School of Nursing and Midwifery, international applicants must demonstrate one of the following requirements: > Demonstrate a score equivalent to four semesters with a minimum grade of Sound Achievement in Queensland Authority English. Further information regarding English Queensland Year 12 equivalents table can be located at > Achieve a score of at least 7.0 overall with 7 in each section (reading, writing, speaking and listening) of the IELTS Academic test (or equivalent). * Prerequisites are expressed in terms of Australian Year 12 studies. Registration Requirements The Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) from 1 July 2010, require nurses and midwives applying for registration in Australia (i.e. applicants who have not completed their secondary education as well as a nursing or midwifery program taught and assessed in English) to demonstrate they have the necessary English language skills required for registration i.e. English language proficiency equal to an IELTS overall 7; writing 7; speaking 7, listening 7 and reading 7. Eligibility for UQ study For admission into undergraduate programs at UQ, you must have: completed recognised upper secondary or equivalent Year 12 studies to the required standard satisfied individual program requirements (e.g., specific subject prerequisites, auditions or interviews) satisfied English language requirements. If you do not meet these criteria, you might consider taking the Foundation Year bridging course offered by International Education Services (IES) or English language training offered by the Institute of Continuing and TESOL Education (ICTE). More information Study Abroad and Incoming Exchange If you are an international student currently enrolled at an accredited overseas university, you may be eligible to study at UQ for one or two semesters under the Study Abroad or Incoming Exchange program. Credit gained at UQ is usually transferred towards your degree at your home university, where you will continue to pay your tuition fees. More information Fees, charges and expenses All international students applying to study in Australia must have a student visa and study fulltime, on-campus. Please consider expenses such as visa and medical (pre-departure) fees, tuition fees, general living expenses, return airfares, and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) when you plan your budget. As a fee-paying student, you pay tuition fees based on the courses you undertake, regardless of the program in which you enrol. Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) Fee information Fee calculator Services for international students UQ s Student Services can arrange to collect you from the airport, organise your orientation, and schedule your academic preparation sessions. International Student Advisors can help you quickly settle into life as a UQ student and can also answer your questions about health services, family matters, schooling or childcare, social events, and cultural or religious organisations. More information Applying to UQ For instructions on how to apply to UQ and to download an application form, go to www. uq.edu.au/international-students/applicationinstructions. International Enquiries (online enquiry form) Phone (outside Australia) (within Australia) 39

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43 Admissions Admissions requirements To gain admission to undergraduate programs Australian students must: > satisfy prerequisites and > have a sufficient entry score Alternative entry pathways are available for students who do not have a sufficient OP/ rank or are missing prerequisites. See Alternative entry or Improving an entry score (upgrading) below. See Terminology on page 4 for definitions or domestic and international applicants. Prerequisites Subject prerequisites are the Queensland Year 12 subjects required for individual programs. You may also gain admission to programs with subject equivalents from interstate or overseas schooling, external senior studies, or tertiary studies. Some programs have additional prerequisites, e.g., the Undergraduate Medicine and Health Sciences Admission Test (UMAT). Entry scores Entry scores include Overall Positions (OP) and Ranks. Eligible applicants are selected for admission to a program in order of merit based on entry scores. Those with the highest entry score are selected first, and so on until the program quota is filled. The minimum OP or rank required for entry varies from year to year and is determined once applications have been processed and places allocated. While it is difficult to predict exactly what OP or rank will be needed for entry to a program, the previous year s cut-off points can be used as a guide. Current Queensland Year 12 students receive an OP on the basis of their overall achievement at school in comparison with other students. OPs are determined by the Queensland Studies Authority and range from 1 to 25, with 1 being the highest. All other applicants are allocated a rank on a scale of , with 99.9 being the highest. This common ranking scale allows many different types of qualifications to be compared, such as: interstate Year 12 students are allocated a Nationally Agreed Common Index, the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR), which is used to calculate a rank Australian students who complete the International Baccalaureate (IB) are allocated a Nationally Agreed Common Index referred to as the Combined Rank by QTAC which is used to calculate a rank non-school-leavers (including previous Queensland Year 12 students who qualified for an OP) and OP-ineligible Year 12 schoolleavers are allocated a rank when they apply for tertiary education through QTAC based on previous secondary, tertiary, bridging and preparatory studies, and/or work experience. UQ OP Guarantee If you achieve an OP1-5 (or IB/rank equivalent), you are guaranteed entry into your highest eligible preference for the majority of UQ s undergraduate programs, regardless of course cut-offs. For more information and to check if your program is covered by the guarantee, visit: English language requirements If you are from a non-english-speaking background, you must provide evidence of English proficiency. This may be achieved through a pass in Queensland Year 12 English (or interstate equivalent) or by other means, as outlined in the Entry Options booklet available from UQ Admissions. Alternative entry If you did not complete Year 12, did not achieve a high enough entry score for your preferred program, or are a mature-aged applicant, there are alternative entry pathways to UQ. Contact UQ Admissions for advice. Improving an entry score (upgrading) If you are not successful in gaining a place in your preferred program and want to improve your entry score or meet subject prerequisites, you can accept an offer in a less competitive program with fewer prerequisites and try to improve your entry score. This process is called upgrading. We recommend that you complete the equivalent of one full-time year of bachelor degree study to upgrade to higher demand programs (such as dentistry or veterinary science) as the entry ranks allocated to attempts that total less than one full-time year are capped. Depending on your academic performance, your new entry rank could be higher than your previous rank. For more information on how to improve your entry score, contact UQ Admissions. Special entry programs If you are of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, or have suffered financial hardship or severe disadvantage beyond your control that has affected previously satisfactory results, you may be eligible for special entry to UQ. Contact UQ Admissions for more information. UQ s Bonus Rank Scheme gives current Year 12 high school students bonus points towards their entry score for completing certain approved subjects or courses. Contact UQ Admissions for more information. Programs for high-school students UQ s Enhanced Studies Program (ESP) is the perfect opportunity to try a tertiary-level course before you start university. While still in Year 12, you can complete a university course, attend lectures and tutorials, and access UQ facilities. Once you pass the course, you may get credit towards a UQ program and can also boost your university entry rank through the Bonus Rank Scheme: see The Young Scholars Program is another opportunity to discover, learn and engage with UQ s academic community and like-minded students from across Queensland. See www. uq.edu.au/youngscholars. How to apply You can apply for admission to undergraduate programs at UQ through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC). Check the QTAC Guide for details on how to apply and what entry requirements you need. Free copies are given to all current Queensland Year 12 students and some interstate schools. You can also buy a copy from newsagents or through QTAC. For 2014 programs, the deadline for on-time applications is 30 September Contact QTAC for more information. Current Year 12 students lodge an application online via QTAC s Twelveto-Tertiary (TTT) web application service at International students studying Year 12 in Australia visit year-12-international-students for more information on application procedures and entry requirements Other prospective students lodge an online application using QTAC s Apply-by-Web service at Enrolment Once you have been offered a place in a UQ program, you can formally accept the offer by lodging a response with QTAC. You can then enrol at UQ by using the UQ link from QTAC s Current Applicant online service. The UQ enrolment website at provides information about the enrolment process to help you get started. QTAC Phone 1300 GO QTAC ( ) UQ Admissions [email protected] Phone (07) International Admissions Section Queensland Year 12 students Phone (07) Interstate Year 12 students Phone All other applicants For all Graduate Entry, Postgraduate, and Research Higher Degree programs please contact the UQ School of Nursing and Midwifery. Phone: Fax: [email protected] Web: 41

44 Contact details & Further Information School of Nursing and Midwifery Faculty of Health Sciences Ipswich Campus School of Nursing and Midwifery Level 2, Building 12 The University of Queensland Ipswich Qld 4305 Australia Phone: Fax: [email protected] Web: Herston Campus Level 2, Edith Cavell Building RBWH Herston Qld 4029 Australia Phone: Fax: UQ Admissions JD Story Building The University of Queensland Brisbane Qld 4072 AUSTRALIA Phone Fax [email protected] Internet UQ International Admissions JD Story Building The University of Queensland Brisbane Qld 4072 AUSTRALIA Phone / Fax [email protected] Internet QTAC PO Box 1331 Level 2, 33 Park Road, Milton Brisbane Qld 4064 AUSTRALIA Phone / Fax [email protected] Internet Undergraduate Scholarships and Prizes Office Phone Fax [email protected] Internet Disability Unit Student Services Building 21D The University of Queensland Brisbane Qld 4072 AUSTRALIA Phone Fax [email protected] Internet accessibility If you have a disability, please contact a Disability Advisor in Student Services at the start of semester to learn about the services and alternative academic arrangements available to you as a UQ student. UQ publications UQ Admissions holds several publications that can help you find out more about UQ programs, campuses, student services, admissions procedures and fees: UQ Guide: Australian Undergraduate Students UQ Guide: International Undergraduate Students UQ Guide: Australian Postgraduate Students UQ Guide: International Postgraduate Students. Campus tours If you would like to experience UQ through a hosted campus tour, please contact the UQ School Liaison team (details below). Campus tours of UQ Ipswich and UQ Gatton are available all year round. UQ St Lucia tours are provided only during the Queensland school holidays, but you can request a self-guided discovery tour map if you wish to explore the campus yourself at any other time. Phone [email protected] Internet In the event of any conflict arising from information contained in this publication, the material approved by The University of Queensland Senate shall prevail. CRICOS Provider Number 00025B Key dates Tertiary Studies Expo (TSXPO) RNA Showgrounds Saturday and Sunday, July 20-21, 2013 UQ Open Day UQ St Lucia campus Sunday, August 4, 2013 UQ Ipswich Open Day UQ Ipswich campus Wednesday, August 7, 2013 UQ Gatton Open Day UQ Gatton campus Sunday, August 18, 2013 DEG-1156 PW 2500 MAY13